Horyukaku Illustration by Nico Aihara |
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| DESIGN NAME: Horyukaku PRIMARY FUNCTION: Illustration INSPIRATION: Inspiration for the illustrations come from Japanese classic literature Nanso Satomi Hakkenden.This work depicts a scene where the cornered hero fights on the castle Horyukaku.He is desperately climbing on the roof to survive.A popular scene in Kabuki. Japanese classical literature is becoming unfamiliar even to the Japanese.However, its charm has not faded even today. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The theme of designs are harmony of traditional Japanese and European designs. Traditional Japanese motifs were drawn by incorporating the styles of Art Nouveau and Art Deco. The flowers drawn on the frame are peony and plum, which are often used in traditional Japanese patterns. It is also based on the commercial design of the Meiji and Taisho eras in Japan (1868-1926). During this period, many excellent designs inspired by European design were produced in Japan. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: This illustration can attract people's attention and lead them to a world of fantasy. It may also be an opportunity to come into contact with classical literature. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project started in January 2019 and finished in April 2019. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: These works is produced through a unique process.First hand-drawn painting was made and then colored in Photoshop. This way makes it possible to get closer to the quality of a real vintage design. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Data size : 4556 x 6891 pixel, 600dpi, RGB. It can be printed on paper of any size. TAGS: samurai, traditional, Japanese art, kimono, kabuki, fantasy, vintage, classic, RESEARCH ABSTRACT: A clear outline like an ukiyo-e. It also creates a taste like an old Western picture book. CHALLENGE: The kimono is intricately turned over to show that wind is blowing on a high place.trails of blood indicate heavy fighting.It was hard to draw them, however they create a dramatic effect. ADDED DATE: 2022-06-22 10:16:45 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : IMAGE CREDITS: Image #1-5 : Illustrator / Aihara Nico |
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NAME: Nico Aihara PROFILE: An illustrator who works in a wide range of genres, including illustrations for websites, books, goods design, etc. In addition to color illustrations drawn by hand with a pen that are then painted with Photoshop, she also works on line drawings, featuring a retro-inspired style regardless of whether it is a Western or Eastern drawing. |
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Horyukaku Illustration by Nico Aihara is Winner in Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design Category, 2022 - 2023.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Nico Aihara. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Nico Aihara. |
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